Company Description:Crown Equipment Corporation is one of the world's largest material handling companies, with a reputation for award-winning product design, advanced engineering and technology, and superior after-sale service. Crown produces and sells a broad range of forklifts, batteries, chargers, automation and fleet management technologies that are revolutionizing the material-handling industry.
Job Posting ExternalJob Duties:Crown is seeking an innovative Product Engineer to lead the development of forklift industrial charging systems. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, collaborating cross-functionally, and transforming customer needs into reliable, manufacturable products. You will guide products through the full development lifecycle-from concept and prototyping through validation and production release.
- Lead engineering activities for new charging systems, including system architecture, component selection, circuit design, and integration.
- Develop and maintain product specifications, drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
- Design and support AC/DC and DC/DC power conversion systems, high-frequency chargers, and industrial charging equipment.
- Evaluate prototypes and oversee performance, validation, and certification testing (UL, CSA, CE, IEC).
- Analyze test data, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend improvements for performance, reliability, and safety.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, suppliers, and customers to ensure successful product launch.
- Monitor competitive products and emerging technologies; provide technical recommendations.
- Plan and manage development tasks, schedules, design reviews, and risk assessments.
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years in product development; 2+ years with power electronics, industrial equipment, or charging systems
- Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment
- Ability to create and interpret schematics, drawings, and technical documentation
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to travel occasionally (0-5%) with reliable local transportation
- Ability to handle physical and mental demands akin to most office positions: prolonged periods of sitting; prolonged use of computer/keyboard; infrequent lifting, walking, and climbing stairs; occasional use of office equipment
Preferred Qualifications:- Project management or supervisory experience
- Experience with industrial battery charging systems
- Strong knowledge of AC/DC and DC/DC power electronics
- Familiarity with lithium-ion and lead-acid battery systems and standards
- Experience with embedded controls, firmware integration, and CAN communication
Work Authorization:Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Individuals with temporary visas are ineligible. Sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, is unavailable.
No agency calls please.
Compensation and Benefits:Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.
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